About this episode

The episode discusses various quirky aspects of the 1990 World Cup, including its mascot and memorable moments.

(Rec: 18/6/18) Worst mascot, patchy football, a school play, an rat’s tail, Milla’s love tree, and Mr. Sausage.  Join the Iron Filings Society: https://www.patreon.com/topflighttimemachine and on Apple Podcast Subscriptions. Get a 7-day full access free trial and pay for 10 months up front for the price of 12 if you like a bargain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Hosts: Andy Dawson, Sam Delaney

Topics covered

• World Cup
• soccer
• comedy
• football mascots
• 1990s sports
• pop culture

Keywords

• World Cup 1990
• soccer
• football
• mascot
• Milla's love tree
• comedy
• patchy football

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Iron Filings Society

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